Orrisa Package 3 – Travel Crest

Experience the beauty of Odisha

Duration

5 nights 6 days

Tour type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Language

English

Discover the delights of Odisha, a place where historic sites and breathtaking scenery coexist peacefully. Take in the golden glow of Konark’s Sun Temple, meander through the hallowed halls of Bhubaneswar’s temples, and discover peace on Puri’s immaculate beaches. With its rich tapestry of history, culture, and landscapes, Odisha enthralls visitors with everything from the lively tribal cultures to the tranquil serenity of Chilika Lake. Take off on an exploration voyage and lose yourself in Odisha’s enchantment.

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Itinerary

Arrival Bhubaneswar

Places to see : Lingaraj, Mukteswar, Rajarani & 64 Yogini temple.

Evening free for independent activities. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.

Note: 1. Lingaraj Temple remains open from 05.00 to 21.00 hrs and closed for 1hr between 11.00 to 13.00 hrs. Devotees can enter the garbhagriha (sanctum sanctorum) between 06.00 to 08.00 hrs & 13.00 to 16.00 hrs. 2. Non-Hindu are not allowed to Lingaraj temple. They can see from the specific platform.

Bhubaneswar-Puri (70 km/1.5 hrs)

Places to see : Dhauli Buddhist Shanti Stupa, Pipili appliqué market, Sakhigopal temple, Raghurajpur/Nayakpatna artisan village, Jagannath temple, Golden Beach or Beach Market. Overnight stay in Puri.

Note: 1. Jagannath temple remains open from 05.00 to 22.00hrs and closed for 01hr between 12.00 to 14.00hrs. 2. Non-Hindu are not allowed inside the Jagannath temple & Gundicha temple 3. Mobile phones, cameras, leather items, paan, gutkha, tobacco, food items, and bags are not allowed inside the Jagannath & Gundicha temple premises. 4. Be careful of monkeys at Jagannath temple. Keep your wallet & bags carefully.

Excursion trip to Chilika (55 kms/ 1.25 hrs one way) Places to see

Satapada (One end of Chilika Lagoon), Niladri beach & Blue flag beach. O/N-Puri.

Excursion trip to Konark (45 km /40 minutes one way)

Places to see: Gundicha temple from outside, Ramchandi temple, Chandrabhaga beach, Sun temple (the UNESCO World Heritage Monument) & interpretation center at Konark, Light & Sound Show at Konark. Overnight stay in Puri.

Note: 1. Konark Sun temple remains open from 08.00 to 18.00hrs. Light & sound show time: 18.30 to 19.15hrs (Winter) & 19.00 to 19.40hrs(summer). 2. Light & sound show operations are subject to weather conditions and minimum pax (25-pax). It remains closed on every Monday.

Puri-Mangalajodi-Bhubaneswar (200km/4hrs)

Places to see: Mangalajodi-The Bird’s Paradise of Asia (another end of Chilika Lagoon), Khandagiri & Udaigiri Jain Caves and Jain temple, Tribal Museum/ Kala Bhoomi- a craft museum (both closed on Monday and Govt. holidays), Ekamra Haat- the traditional market or local market for shopping. Overnight stay in Bhubaneswar.

Note: 1. Be aware of Monkeys at Khandagiri & Udaigiri. Keep your wallet & bag carefully. Udaigiri remains open from 08.00hrs to 17.00hrs.

Bhubaneswar departure

Places to see

Nandankanan Zoological Park is popular for white tigers (closed on Monday). In time, transfer to the railway station/airport for your onward journey. Tour End.

Note: 1. Nandankanan Zoological Park remains open from 08.00hrs to 17.00hrs. Being a sanctuary Zoo, it takes a minimum of 03-04hrs to cover.

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